Discover Ireland 2014

Experience the Best of Ireland

Lonely Planet's Discover Ireland is your passport to all the most relevant and up-to-date advice on what to see, what to skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Slurp oysters and clap your hands to spirited fiddle music in a lively Galway pub, explore medieval castles in Dublin and beyond, or set off amid vibrant green hills toward Atlantic coastal trails; all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Ireland and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Discover Ireland:

Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries show you the simplest way to tailor your trip to your own personal needs and interests Insider tips save you time and money, and help you get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, and prices Honest reviews for all budgets - including eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer and more rewarding travel experience - including customs, history, art, literature, music, politics, landscapes, sports, food and drink Free, convenient pull-out Dublin map (included in print version), plus over 55 colour maps Coverage of Dublin, Wicklow, Eastern Ireland, Kilkenny, The Southeast, Cork, Ring of Kerry, Galway, Clare, Western Ireland, Sligo, Donegal, Belfast, Derry, Antrim Coast, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Discover Ireland, our easy-to-use guide, is perfect for travellers who seek the most popular attractions a destination has to offer. Filled with inspiring and colourful photos, this guide focuses on the best of the best.

Looking for a comprehensive guide that recommends a wide range of experiences, both popular and offbeat, and extensively covers all the country has to offer? Check out Lonely Planet's Ireland guide. Looking for a guide for Dublin? Check out Lonely Planet's Dublin guide for a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer.

About Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places they find themselves in.

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